2012 Area 4 Championship SLASH Louisiana Gator Classic

[TCKev]

Including the DQ's there was 246 shooters for the Gator and Area 4 had 274 shooters not that much of a differance.

 

[Sin-ster]

Including the DQ's there was 246 shooters for the Gator and Area 4 had 274 shooters not that much of a differance.

Keep in mind though, Kev-- there were a lot of people left out in the cold for the Gator this year, when it filled up so quickly.

 

[scooterj]

Keep in mind though, Kev-- there were a lot of people left out in the cold for the Gator this year, when it filled up so quickly.

More shooters can be accommodated, but it will take some serious planning. Something as simple as adding one more shooter to each squad will bring the number up by 13. Adding a squad and having one squad with down time while the others are shooting adds another 14 or so. The down squad can also be perusing the vendor's area. That would be an added bonus for the guys that give so much to our sport.

 

[bsdubois00]

Or add a Friday shoot option like EVERY other area match and that adds a good 144 available to shoot.

Problem solved. If they wanted to.

 

[scooterj]

Or add a Friday shoot option like EVERY other area match and that adds a good 144 available to shoot.

Problem solved. If they wanted to.

One thing we all must remember is this is a volunteer sport and most of the folks that make these matches possible give up much more than the 3 or 4 days on which the match is held. Set-up usually starts on Tuesday and all the props must be repaired, repainted, or refurbished before that.
We all want the Gator to be the best match in USPSA but without more help from more people, it can't grow. If anyone has any ideas or can do anything to lessen the load of those that do year after year, give Gary a call and talk to him.

 

[bsdubois00]

I completely agree scooter, I've already talked to Gary and Barbara about working this year to help out.

 

[L10TootieLynn]

Or add a Friday shoot option like EVERY other area match and that adds a good 144 available to shoot.

Problem solved. If they wanted to.

So you are saying that we should run 394 shooters???

 

[bsdubois00]

Steph,

Lok at the attendance from last years area matches. They usually have more people than a regular section type match. That's what makes an area match a step above a sectional. Also why people like STI pay more for their contingency program for an Area match vs regular matches. For the most part they have more people. Just because you open Friday up for a full day shoot doesn't mean it will fill up. But it will give others an extra chance to shoot. Just a thought and il willing to help as needed to do anything for the match.

Area 2 - 412
Area 8 - 310
Area 4 - 274
Area 3 - 290
Area 1 - 336
Area 5 - 359
Area 6 - 349

 

[L10TootieLynn]

Anyway, we have to remember this will only be for one year. From what Mr. Gary explained to us at the RO class there will be no more shooters added. He doesn't want to ask anymore of the people that help out. If shooters were added the ROs and staff would have to shoot a lot earlier in the week and and it is hard enough for people to take off of work to help out and shoot on Thursday and Friday.

 

[L10TootieLynn]

I agree Brandon it will definitely be smaller than a normal Area match but this is being done as a favor to Troy so he didn't have to put on an Area match at such short notice. I know people are upset that they will miss out on a match this year but unfortunately they will just have to hope and pray they get a spot!!

 

[bsdubois00]

I know my app is going out day 1. My checks written ready to go out. I'm excited either way it's going to be a blast and no doubt Gary, Barbara, Troy, Forrest and everyone will put on one helluva Area match!!!

 

[L10TootieLynn]

I know my app is going out day 1. My checks written ready to go out. I'm excited either way it's going to be a blast and no doubt Gary, Barbara, Troy, Forrest and everyone will put on one helluva Area match!!!

Agreed!!!! I am ready too!! I just hope people don't get really pissed about it. They have looked at every angle, last year there were 14 squads on Saturday and Sunday, 12 stages, chronograph, and a break. If they add more people to the squads that means if we get jammed up at any stage disaster could strike, LOL!!!

 

[bsdubois00]

Actually the one squad on a break is a really good idea that scooter had.

Anywho I trust Gary and Troy's ideas completely

 

[L10TootieLynn]

They had a break last year is what I am saying, I just checked my match book.

 

[bsdubois00]

Ahhh gotcha. I don't remember I was too busy missing targets.

 

[L10TootieLynn]

Haha, you better start practicing, so you don't miss any this year! That is my goal this year, to have A LOT less misses!!!!

 

[Sin-ster]

Anyway, we have to remember this will only be for one year. From what Mr. Gary explained to us at the RO class there will be no more shooters added. He doesn't want to ask anymore of the people that help out. If shooters were added the ROs and staff would have to shoot a lot earlier in the week and and it is hard enough for people to take off of work to help out and shoot on Thursday and Friday.

Remember, too, Steph-- he said that to a group of nearly 40 people who will be qualified to help out (at least in terms of RO duties) this go 'round. Food for thought.

I fully plan to RO it this year, if I'm accepted.

 

[bsdubois00]

Haha, you better start practicing, so you don't miss any this year! That is my goal this year, to have A LOT less misses!!!!

I got some new eyes yesterday thanks to LASIK - the Dr guaranteed I wouldnt miss as much..

 

[Sin-ster]

I got some new eyes yesterday thanks to LASIK - the Dr guaranteed I wouldnt miss as much..

WTF?

The glasses gave you style, man!

 

[S&W4ME]

I got some new eyes yesterday thanks to LASIK - the Dr guaranteed I wouldnt miss as much..

If I can be noizy, who did the surgery and what did they charge you? I've been thinking about getting LASIK myself